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879: Myths about management consulting (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

This general podcast describes some of the common misconceptions applicants and even practicing McKinsey/BCG consultants have about their own firms. It will be useful to anyone who wants to understand some of the broad themes and misunderstandings about the profession. Here are s ... Show More

12m 30s

Sep 9

878: Economic impact of poor business judgement (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss the economic impact of poor business judgement. The economic impact of poor business judgement, is a topic we managed every day as partners. Each time an associate made a poor "commo ... Show More

8m 18s

Sep 2

877: Changing practice styles manages uncertainty (Case Interview & Management Consulting classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we speak about our practice styles. Over the course of the case interview training program, it becomes very important for us to change our coaching style. First, candidates become used to solvi ... Show More

5m 32s

Oct 2019

[001] „Solve the case“ is the completely wrong mindset for the consulting interview

Most preparations for interviews at a consulting firm like McKinsey, BCG or Bain focus on solving the case interview. While the case is an important part, a mindset that focuses on „I need to solve the case to get an offer“ leads you down the wrong path. Learn a better approac ... Show More

10m 26s

Sep 2025

S20E2: 4 Framework Mistakes That Wreck Case Interviews

Send us Fan MailBuilding a strong case framework is the foundation of consulting interview success. But most candidates sabotage themselves with simple, avoidable mistakes. In this episode of Strategy Simplified, Jenny Rae breaks down the 4 most common framework errors and shows ... Show More

8m 4s

Jun 2022

248: What is a conceptual thinker? (Strategy Skills classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Strategy Skills classic where we explain what it means to be a conceptual thinker and how to demonstrate this skill. If you work at any major consulting firm – and e ... Show More

10m 59s

Jul 2019

Improve Your Critical Thinking at Work

Helen Lee Bouygues, founder of the Reboot Foundation, believes that a lack of critical thinking is responsible for many business failures. She says organizational leaders often rely too heavily on expertise and then jump to conclusions. Instead, leaders should deliberately approa ... Show More

20m 42s

Mar 2022

#285 Brainstorming with Christopher McCann

Why don’t we just brainstorm that? Brainstorming as a tool for ideation has a number of drawbacks, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be useful. Design leader and leadership coach Christopher McCann joins us to discuss how we can improve our innovation processes, and hold better and ... Show More

40m 14s

Jul 2023

362: What is a conceptual thinker? (Strategy Skills classics)

For this episode, let's revisit a Strategy Skills classic where we explain what it means to be a conceptual thinker and how to demonstrate this skill. If you work at any major consulting firm – and especially if you want to be promoted – you must prove you are a concept ... Show More

10m 57s

Jun 2022

S7E15: Getting Creative with Case Interview Brainstorming Questions (4/5)

Send us Fan MailBrainstorming questions in a case interview are an opportunity for you to showcase creativity, business acumen, and structure. Today, Stephanie shares how to structure your approach to brainstorming questions. Ready to crush your interviews? Listen up!Additional L ... Show More

15m 48s

Apr 2022

Clarify Your Thinking—Get Sh*t Done Step 2 ~ 4 | 5

Once you have created a culture of listening, the next step in the Radical Candor Get Sh*t Done Wheel is to push yourself and your direct reports to understand and convey thoughts and ideas more clearly. Trying to solve a problem that hasn’t been clearly defined is not likely to ... Show More

39m 33s

Nov 2022

How to Think Bigger (feat. Mattress Mack and Asymmetric Upside)

Most entrepreneurs spend the majority of their time doing things that, even if they work, won't make a meaningful difference. Our default state is reactive, iterative work. To be a successful founder, you need to do things with the potential for asymmetric upside. Today, we ta ... Show More

21m 1s

May 2025

Structured Brainstorming & Innovation Sessions • BEP 133

📥 Newsletter: <a href='https://www.energeticenglish.com/3MM'>https://www.energeticenglish.com/3MM</a>Struggling to lead or shine in brainstorming sessions as a non-native English speaker? In this episode of The Business English Podcast, “Structured Brai ... Show More

15m 24s

11: Fatal brainstorming mistake made by ...